Family Travel Photo-Germany

May 19, 2009

Have you traveled the Romantic Road in Germany? Checkered with sunflowers, castles, vineyards and multi-colored autumn trees, the "Romantische Strasse" is "one of the most scenically beautiful" according to Frommers.

The Romantic Road was a trade route during the middle ages and still retains the same charm of that time as it weaves along the western border of Bavaria. We delighted in discovering so many beautiful sights during our stay in this area last October (after the masses of tourists have gone home). I have much more to write about this stunning area and will be doing so soon. Many say it is quintessential Germany!

I took this picture on the road from Nordlingen to Dinklebuhl as we drove in our RV. I really love sunflowers, don't you? We have seen them in Italy, Turkey, Spain and France, but some how they caught me by surprise this late in the season in Germany.

I love sunflowers too. They always remind me of summer. It is a bet of surprise with the background of autumn though. I am going to Germany for a conference in October but as always when ever I get a chance to be away I add a few days extra to be able to do some touring on my own. I will think of this place when I am there.

Melissa- That's what really grabbed me in this photo, such a fun little nook of perfect colors!

Lilly- Yes, I'm used to sunflowers in summer too & they were usually at their prime at our home in Santa Cruz in August. We had tons! It did shock me to see these in their prime next to the fall trees. Have fun in Germany & don't miss at least part of the Romantic Road!

Thanks Dim Sum, Bagels, and Crawfish! It was this pretty in person & delight to catch at just the right moment!

Melody- I can't imagine it covered in snow. Yes, indeed very different experience, but sounds lovely. We never see Northern Europe in the bad weather since we like to RV, but I lived in Milan for a year long ago, which was enough Northern Europe for this Californian who loves sun. ;) We go to the mountains near Granada if we miss snow ( just like we did in Ca as I grew up in Michigan, so prefer sunny, warm winters). ;)

Jessie- It's fun isn't it? I liked it more than I expected to. My favorite part of Germany!

My only trip to Germany was to Berlin. It was in March with brutal cold and snow flurries.
This picture makes me want to return during this time of bloom. The colors are astounding, not only the sunflowers but the tree foliage behind. It is like a rainbow.
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Thanks so much for bringing back fond memories of driving down the Romantische Strasse in our RV late last April. It's just what I needed, after feeling a bit depressed that we're not on the road anymore. (...but can't complain about living in Capitola either!) Did you see the May Poles in front of each town? We were so bummed we didn't stay in Germany for the May clebrations. But, at least got to see the May Pole Dance this year at the SCWS. (...and got to celebrate Queen's Day in Amsterdam!) Happy Travels!

Your story reminds me of our family travel when we were young and living in Europe. So great of you to be giving your children this kind of education. I will always value our family travel as one of the best gifts my parents ever gave us...